Nick Sandlin

Nick Sandlin has opted for free agency after clearing waivers.

Fantasy Impact

Sandlin was dropped from the Blue Jays 40-man roster and cleared waivers. He should draw some interest in a depth role.

Nick Sandlin (elbow) cleared waivers Saturday and was outrighted to Triple-A Buffalo, Ben Nicholson-Smith of Sportsnet.ca reports. He posted a 2.20 ERA and 1.16 WHIP over 16.1 innings for Toronto in 2025 before right elbow inflammation put him on the injured list in early July. Multiple setbacks kept him from returning, and he owns a 3.19 ERA across his first five MLB seasons.

Fantasy Impact

Sandlin is coming off an effective but injury-shortened season and is now off Toronto’s 40-man roster. He is expected to elect free agency, giving him the opportunity to seek a new landing spot for 2026.

The Blue Jays transferred RHP Nick Sandlin from the 15-day to the 60-day injured list.

Fantasy Impact

The move opens a roster spot for Toronto. Sandlin will still be eligible to be activated later this week.

Nick Sandlin has progressed to playing catch at 120 feet.

Fantasy Impact

Sandlin, who is recovering from right elbow inflammation, has advanced to playing catch at 120 feet. His next step will likely be to throw off a mound.

Nick Sandlin has resumed playing catch up to 105 feet in Florida.

Fantasy Impact

Sandlin resumed throwing a couple of weeks ago. His next step will be to progress to throwing off the mound.